Los Angeles, CA – Ridge Forrester, the man torn between love and legacy, has long been at the center of The Bold and the Beautiful’s most iconic love triangles. From his decades-long push-and-pull with Brooke Logan to his deeply emotional ties with Taylor Hayes, fans have watched Ridge’s romantic rollercoaster with bated breath. But now, in a stunning twist outside of the show’s script, fans have spoken — and their favorite Ridge match isn’t Brooke or Taylor.
📊 The Poll That Shocked Everyone
In a recent online fan poll conducted by soap insiders, viewers were asked one simple question: “Who is Ridge Forrester’s true soulmate?” The results? A surprise winner emerged — Shauna Fulton.
Yes, you read that right.
Despite her relatively brief entanglement with Ridge, Shauna has captured the hearts of fans who see her as a breath of fresh air and a sharp contrast to the emotionally loaded saga of Brooke and Taylor.
“Shauna didn’t play games. She truly loved Ridge without manipulation,” one fan commented.
“With Brooke and Taylor, it’s always drama. Shauna gave him peace,” added another.
💔 Brooke vs. Taylor: The Rivalry That Never Ends
For decades, the Brooke-Taylor-Ridge triangle has defined the emotional pulse of the show. Ridge has married both women multiple times, fathered children with both, and broken each of their hearts at least once.
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Brooke, his “destiny,” has often leaned on passion, chemistry, and explosive makeups and breakups.
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Taylor, his moral compass, represents a calmer, emotionally driven love built on family and loyalty.
But fans argue that neither woman has truly brought Ridge long-term peace or happiness — which is why Shauna’s name has surged in popularity.
💥 Shauna: The Underdog Romance
Shauna’s Las Vegas fling with Ridge, manipulated at the time by Quinn, may have started under shady circumstances. But many viewers felt real sparks between the two. She was fun, grounded, and didn’t bring years of emotional baggage.
Plus, her connection to Ridge felt refreshing — free of the guilt, obligation, and legacy ties that weigh down his relationships with Brooke and Taylor.
Could Shauna be the “what if” Ridge should revisit?
👀 What This Means For The Show
While Ridge currently appears entangled in the Brooke-Taylor saga yet again, whispers from behind the scenes hint that writers may be open to exploring new paths. With fans pushing for change, and Shauna still lingering offscreen, a return could be in the works.
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Will Ridge finally break free of the past?
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Could Shauna make a comeback and rewrite her own love story?
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Is there still hope for an entirely new pairing?
🗣️ Fan Favorite Comments
“Ridge needs a woman who isn’t part of the Logan or Forrester clans. Shauna was it.”
“Brooke and Taylor will always fight over Ridge. He needs someone who chooses peace.”
“We want something new. Shauna deserves a second chance!”
💬 “Sometimes your soulmate isn’t who you’ve been fighting for… it’s who’s been quietly waiting.” — A fan on social media
Would you like me to write a fan promo teaser, or create a script previewing a potential Shauna comeback scene?